The Cancer Center recently hosted the Healthy Together: Cancer Community Stakeholder Retreat, where 60 community leaders gathered to address cancer challenges in our region.
Full story About: Healthy Together: Cancer Community Stakeholder Retreat RecapThe University of Cincinnati Cancer Center Pilot Project Award Program is dedicated to advancing cancer research by providing pilot funding to our faculty investigators. This Spring 2024 cycle we celebrate 8 investigators whose pilot research received funding.
Full story About: Spring Pilot Project Awardees - May 2024The University of Cincinnati Cancer Center awarded 2025 Survivorship Pilot Project funding to Anthony Faiola, PhD, MFA, and Matia Solomon, PhD, to support innovative research on cancer-related cognitive impairment in brain and breast cancer survivors.
Full story About: Highlighting the 2025 Survivorship Pilot Project AwardeesUniversity of Cincinnati Cancer Center experts reflect on advancements in treatment and ongoing research aimed at improving outcomes for patients with esophageal cancer.
Full story About: Honoring National Esophageal Cancer Awareness MonthLung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States, with over 234,000 new cases expected this year. Our researchers are advancing innovative treatments like immunotherapy and exploring disparities in care to improve outcomes, while community programs focus on early detection and prevention efforts.
Full story About: Honoring National Lung Cancer Awareness MonthIn recognition of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, Cancer Center experts highlight rising early-onset cases, screening guidelines, and ongoing efforts to improve patient education, prep adherence, and access to lifesaving care.
Full story About: Honoring National Colorectal Cancer Awareness MonthDr. Rob Van Haren attended the Senior Health Conference in Avondale, hosted by the Coalition for Health Justice. He discussed the risk factors, signs and symptoms, and recommended screening for lung cancer.
Full story About: Cancer Center Members in the Community - Robert van Haren, MD, MSHPThe first recipients of the Dr. Peter Stambrook Pilot Awards were honored at this years Cancer Research Retreat. This award honors Dr. Peter Stambrook's legacy as a cancer researcher who dedicated his career to helping young investigators.
Full story About: ACS IRG Awardee SpotlightThis past August, at Cancer Con, the primary conference for members of the adolescent and young adult (AYA) community, Dr. Alique Topalian gave a presentation on "Becoming Research Ready" to highlight the vital aspects of research.
Full story About: Becoming Research Ready with Alique Topalian, PhD, MPHLearn how the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center is increasing breast cancer awareness and screenings in our community through outreach events and educational initiatives aimed at reducing the burden of breast cancer.
Full story About: October is National Breast Cancer Awareness MonthSurvivorship at the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center goes beyond treatment. Led by Elizabeth Shaughnessy, MD and Alique Topalian, PhD, MPH, both cancer survivors, the Survivorship and Supportive Services Program offers innovative, comprehensive care tailored to the unique needs of each survivor.
Full story About: National Cancer Survivor MonthThe Oncology Primary Care Clinic at the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center is improving survivorship care by strengthening collaboration between oncologists and primary care providers, tracking patient outcomes, and identifying new ways to support long-term health.
Full story About: Bridging Oncology and Primary Care for Cancer SurvivorsThe COE team attended Cancer Awareness Day in Avondale, facilitating cancer education, screenings, and vital community resources. Over 200 cancer prevention educational interactions and 25 prostate screenings were delivered.
Full story About: Cancer Awareness DayTammy Mentzel, MPH, has been named Executive Director for Center Administration and Associate Director for Administration at the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center.
Full story About: Tammy Mentzel, MPH Named Executive Director for Center AdministrationAndrew Waters, PhD, a basic scientist at the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center and assistant professor within the Division of Surgical Oncology and the Department of Cancer Biology at UC, runs a research lab focusing on the molecular consequences and resistance mechanisms to KRAS inhibitors.
Full story About: A Spotlight on Pancreatic Cancer at the Waters LaboratoryThe University of Cincinnati Cancer Center Clinical Trials Office recently opened a trial to study the efficacy of LN-145 on patients with advanced lung cancer. This treatment involves the infusion of patients’ own immune cells, tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes (TIL), to evaluate the efficacy of LN-145 as determined by objective response rates (ORR).
Full story About: Clinical Trial Highlight: Phase 2 Study Evaluates LN-145 in Patients with Metastatic Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)How will the explosion of AI impact cancer research and care? Last month, the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center held the tenth annual Charge Against Cancer Symposium on “Leveraging Artificial Intelligence and Data Sciences to Conquer Cancer” to tackle this topic.
Full story About: 10th Annual Charge Against Cancer Symposium Tackles AIThe University of Cincinnati Cancer Center Clinical Trials Office recently opened a trial to compare a lower-than-standard dosage of a widely used treatment in newly diagnosed acute myeloid leukemia (AML) patients. This clinical trial is designed to evaluate the efficacy this dosage and treatment schedule of Venetoclax plus Azacitidine may have for newly diagnosed AML patients.
Full story About: Clinical Trial Highlight: New Beat AML Sub-Study Examines the Efficacy of Using a Lower-Dose of Common Treatment in Patients with Newly Diagnosed AMLContact Us
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